Senior Electrical Substation Design Project Engineering Manager

GE Vernova

Senior engineering manager leading high-voltage substation design for GE Vernova’s electrification and decarbonization projects. Coordinating technical teams, vendors, customers, and project deliverables.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $131,700 - $219,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in High Voltage Substation Design, including the ability to develop comprehensive engineering packages and manage project deliverables while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Proven leadership in coordinating technical teams and engaging with stakeholders to deliver integrated substation solutions on time and within budget.

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High Voltage Substation DesignLicensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)EHV Substation Design StandardsAutoCAD and MicroStation ProficiencyField-Testing and Commissioning Experience

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Hard Skills

Substation DesignElectrical ProtectionBattery SizingDC System DesignAC Auxiliary PowerTransformer SelectionCircuit Breaker SelectionConductor SizingGroundingInsulation Coordination

Soft Skills

Customer-Facing CommunicationCommercial AwarenessTeam LeadershipProject Delivery

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADMicroStationDesign Automation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Industry Keywords

IEEE StandardsANSI StandardsNEC StandardsNESC StandardsUtility EngineeringRenewable Energy EngineeringIndustrial Power System Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and coordinate all technical aspects of AC power substation projects
Perform substation design and serve as the primary technical lead
Manage scheduling, standards and specifications compliance, value engineering, design review planning, and quality assurance and control
Develop and oversee power single-line diagrams, substation arrangement drawings, high-voltage bus and equipment arrangements, and related design deliverables
Act as the technical point of contact among customers, vendors, project managers, and engineering teams
Direct and support engineers, designers, and subcontracted resources
Drive cross-discipline coordination for integrated substation solutions
Review and contribute to conceptual engineering, proposal documentation, BOMs, technical specifications, sourcing support, vendor quotation evaluations, and technical clarifications
Prepare high-voltage equipment specifications and contractor work scopes
Support vendor engagement and equipment selection
Lead subcontracted design work scopes when needed
Assist with team productivity and billable utilization
Ensure engineering outputs meet customer CTQs and are delivered on time and within budget
Support commissioning and interfaces between customers and project stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
Minimum of 12 years of experience in industrial or utility High Voltage (+138kV) substation design, or a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering with +10 years of relevant experience
Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%, including internationally, in compliance with company travel and tax policies
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the U.S. in good standing, with ability to obtain licensure in other states
Willingness to review and seal drawings under their supervision
Experience with EHV substation design standards
Expertise in transmission and distribution substation engineering for utility and renewable energy
Expertise in primary outdoor substation design, calculations, and electrical protection
Experience in industrial power system design at 12.5 kV and above
Proficiency in battery sizing, DC system design, AC auxiliary power, transformer and circuit breaker selection, conductor sizing, grounding, lightning protection, and insulation coordination
Knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and NESC standards
Ability to develop complete engineering packages without detailed customer specifications
Field-testing and commissioning experience with strong emphasis on safety
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
Customer-facing communication and commercial awareness, including change orders and project delivery
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and design automation tools
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Professional development
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Relocation assistance
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility